Snowy trees

Daily Gratitude

I'm shining today because I'm grateful for:

• Yoga pants. Seriously, this is my new uniform. I wear them just about every day; for sure every night in the winter. Target, you really did me right by having a great selection of Champion brand yoga pants. Don't know what I'd do without them.
• The devotional book called Jesus Calling, Enjoying Peace in His Presence, by Sarah Young. My friend Debbie gave it to me for Christmas. It was a big seller over the holiday season. The daily readings are only about 100 or so words. Short, yet impacting. I sit and meditate on such thoughts as "my face is shining upon you", "trust me", and "I am renewing your mind". The peace that comes fuels the day. Thanks, Deb.
• Boxed tofu. Yep, in a box, not refrigerated, straight off the shelf. I've been buying the Mori-Nu brand at my local Winco story. But, Trader Joe's has it as well. Love that I don't have to rinse it as soon as I get home from shopping or worry that it's going to bad in the refrigerator. It's amazing!

Snowy Trees

My dog Eddie and I took a little walk through the local golf course. It was stunning! I wish I had my Cannon with me to capture the crystalline beauty. However, Instagram on my phone served the purpose in a pinch. 

These trees line the street going to my home. Throughout the year they provide a canopy of beauty that changes with the seasons.

 A lone tree in a field of white. I love how it spread it's branches. It was glorious.

 Eddie and I hiked into the brushy woods on the outskirts of the course. It was magical.

 A wintry coating adorned every branch and twig.

I love the trees that cover the hills and valleys, surround the lake, and line the byways. I can never get enough of them. 

Snow! Beautiful snow!

Daily Gratitude

I'm shining today because I'm grateful for:

• My grandma's sewing machine. When people think of inheriting their grandmother's stuff, usually images of antiques or mid-century stuff come to mind. Nope, my Grandma had a smokin' hot Bernina that runs like a song, smooth as a hot knife through butter. I'm thrilled to have it and I know she'd love my enthusiasm. Think I'll get going on that quilt I started...
• The Christmas decorations are up. I love my little tree, jam packed with the kids' ornaments. There are so many now! Each piece has a sweet memory attached. Placing them strategically on the branches is almost a spiritual experience.
• Anticipation, it's making me wait! The sweet expectation of holiday gatherings, as well as quiet times with each of my children, is filling my head and heart. I love this time of year and am keenly awaiting the days I share with them.

It Snowed and I'm happy!

"I wonder if the snow loves the 

trees and fields, that it kisses 

them so gently? And then it 

covers them up snug, 

you know, with a white quilt; 

and perhaps it says 

"Go to sleep, darlings, 

till the summer comes again." 

~Lewis Carroll 

Alice's Adventures in Wonderland

Yesterday the skies let down a preview of this morning's dressing. I thought I'd share a few pictures from around the condo, just to spread the Christmas love! 

Snow! Beautiful Snow!